19?? Happy Birthday Aly!

We have finally broken tradition, and did not spend the birthday at the hospital!  Or sick.  It's a new beginning and even though Aly's birthday was on a Sunday, she has enjoyed the quiet of the Sabbath, spending time with her family, talking to friends, and just enjoying a very pleasant day.
Having a birthday around a holiday also gives Aly a chance to have a 3-day celebration of sorts.  So, I asked her on Saturday what type of day she wanted to have.  Since we couldn't go up to Mt. Graham just yet, she decided to pamper herself.  I thought that meant....sleep in....eat a leisure breakfast....enjoy some "lazy" time.  I should have known better. 

Aly was up for an early run and then we enjoyed some breakfast with her good friend Britney.  Massages completed the morning and then the afternoon was spent with her friends who treated her to an amazing BJ's Pazookie.  It was an awesome day for her!

Sunday was also relaxing as friends came by to wish Aly a happy birthday.  We always have a celebration at Grammy and Grampy's in the evening with a favorite dinner, a few gifts, and a favorite treat.  Cousins always make the night a happy occasion!

(that is a "one" and a "nine"  -- if you couldn't tell!)

Mississippi Mud - a favorite no matter how old you are!!

I think this was the year of shoes.  She is trying to explain to her dad while he is recording why shoes are so important and why guys only have a "few" pair, and girls have....a.....few....more!!

Our youngest is 19.  That is hard to imagine, and yet, here it is.  She has grown into such a beautiful young lady.  One that we are so blessed to have in our family.  Her experiences in the past year have helped her develop a deeper love for the scriptures and a stronger bond with her family.  She is a great example to me in so many ways and I absolutely love her dedication and persistence to improve and accomplish all she dreams.  She has a love for family and friends that is contagious and many feel blessed to call her a friend.  I feel blessed to call her my daughter!  Love you Aly!!
Happy Birthday!